Granite Tiles, Stone Flooring and Stone Wall Cladding

18 designs Floor, wall and material Updated 8 Oct 2026

Granite tiles are the hardest wearing floor you can put in an Indian home, and natural stone is a close second. They shrug off heavy traffic, do not fade and last for decades.

This gallery has 18 ideas: granite floors, Kota and Dholpuri tiles, stone wall cladding, slate and rough stone, and granite for steps and parking. Each picture shows the size, finish and a practical note for the stone fitter.

Still choosing between tile and granite? Compare with our marble floor design and floor tiles design pages before you visit the stone yard.

Indian Granite Flooring Designs and Granite Floor Tiles

Indian granite comes in black, grey, tan, red and white with speckles. Granite floor tiles are cut to fixed sizes, while slabs are laid in long lengths.

Black granite floor tiles with a high polish in a modern living hall — Size
600 x 600 mm, 18 mm
Finish
Mirror polish
Best for
Large bright halls
Polished black granite gives a deep, mirror like floor that never fades. It suits large halls with plenty of daylight to balance the dark colour.
**Fitter's tip:** Use black epoxy grout and hairline joints so the floor looks like one sheet of stone.

Grey speckled granite flooring in a dining area with a honed finish — Size
Slabs, 18 mm
Finish
Honed
Best for
Busy dining areas
Grey granite with black and white speckles hides crumbs, dust and stains. A honed finish is calmer and less slippery than full polish.
**Fitter's tip:** Ask for a honed finish in dining areas so oil drops do not leave shiny patches.

Tan brown granite tiles in a bedroom floor with warm brown and black grains — Size
600 x 600 mm (2 x 2 ft)
Finish
Polished
Best for
Traditional bedrooms
Tan brown granite has warm brown and black grains that suit wooden furniture. It feels heavy and solid in a bedroom.
**Fitter's tip:** Start laying at the doorway so whole tiles greet you as you walk in, and cuts hide under the bed.

Granite border design with a black granite strip around light grey granite tiles — Size
150 mm border strip
Finish
Polished
Best for
Square halls
A granite border design in black frames a light grey floor and hides the edge cuts. It is a common and lasting look in Indian halls.
**Fitter's tip:** Fix the border first, then the field, keeping the border width equal on all four sides.

Kota Stone and Dholpuri Tiles

Kota stone and Dholpuri sandstone come from Rajasthan. They are natural stone tiles that stay cool, cost less than granite and suit both old and new homes.

Polished Kota stone floor in blue green for a simple living room — Size
600 x 600 mm, 25 mm
Finish
Machine polished
Best for
Hot dry regions
Polished Kota stone has a soft blue green shine and stays cool in peak summer. It is hard wearing and easy to re-polish.
**Fitter's tip:** Kota has natural shade changes; lay out the slabs dry and mix them before fixing.

Dholpuri tiles in beige sandstone for an open courtyard floor — Size
600 x 600 mm, 30 mm
Finish
Natural
Best for
Courtyards
Dholpuri tiles give a soft beige floor that does not heat up much. A courtyard with plants and a tulsi pot suits them well.
**Fitter's tip:** Lay sandstone with a slope to a drain and seal it so moss does not grow in the rains.

Dholpuri tiles design in pink and beige pattern for a garden sit-out — Size
300 x 600 mm
Finish
Rough natural
Best for
Garden sit-outs
Mixing pink and beige Dholpur stone gives a gentle pattern for a sit-out. The rough face stays safe when wet.
**Fitter's tip:** Keep 4 mm joints outdoors and fill them with sand coloured grout.

Kota stone floor in rough finish on a veranda with wooden pillars — Size
600 x 600 mm, 25 mm
Finish
Rough natural
Best for
Verandas
Rough finish Kota grips well, so it suits verandas that get rain splash. It looks earthy beside wooden pillars.
**Fitter's tip:** Do not polish Kota on a veranda; the natural rough finish is safer on wet days.

Stone Wall Cladding and Stone Wall Tiles

Stone wall cladding covers a wall with thin stone pieces or stone cladding tiles. Natural stone cladding and stone tiles for wall work inside and out. See front wall tiles design for elevation ideas.

Natural stone cladding in grey and rust tones on the front wall of a house — Size
Random strips
Finish
Split natural
Best for
Front elevations
Natural stone cladding in mixed grey and rust tones gives a house front a strong, rugged face. Stone does not fade in the sun.
**Fitter's tip:** Fix with exterior grade adhesive and add a steel clip every few rows on high walls.

Stone wall tiles in a grey stacked look behind a living room TV unit — Size
150 x 600 mm
Finish
Split stacked
Best for
Living room TV walls
Stone wall tiles behind the TV add texture without heavy paint work. The stacked look throws soft shadows in the evening.
**Fitter's tip:** Plan a wall light above stone cladding; grazing light brings out the texture.

Natural stone wall tiles in sandstone on a garden boundary wall — Size
300 x 600 mm
Finish
Natural cleft
Best for
Boundary walls
Sandstone wall tiles on a boundary wall blend with plants and soil. They suit farmhouses and bungalows with large gardens.
**Fitter's tip:** Seal sandstone walls to stop black streaks forming under the coping in monsoon.

Black stone tiles for walls with a rough texture on a modern entrance — Size
100 x 400 mm strips
Finish
Rough split
Best for
Modern entrances
Black stone tiles look sharp against white plaster and wood. Keep them to one wall so the entry does not feel dark.
**Fitter's tip:** Use black grout set back slightly from the face so the strips look stacked.

Slate Tile and Rough Stone Floor Tiles

Slate and rough stone floor tiles bring a natural, earthy feel. They grip well when wet, which makes them good for balconies, gardens and wet porches.

Grey slate tile floor on a balcony with a natural layered surface — Size
300 x 600 mm
Finish
Natural layered
Best for
Balconies
Slate has thin natural layers that give a matt, grippy surface. Grey slate suits a balcony with many plants.
**Fitter's tip:** Seal slate after fitting; it can flake if water sits in it for weeks.

Crazy stone flooring with irregular pieces on a garden path — Size
Irregular pieces
Finish
Natural
Best for
Garden paths
Crazy paving uses irregular broken pieces of stone. It gives a relaxed, natural path and uses up offcuts well.
**Fitter's tip:** Keep joints under 15 mm and fill with cement mortar pointed slightly below the stone.

Stone look tile in matt grey on a bathroom floor for anti-skid safety — Size
300 x 300 mm
Finish
Matt anti-skid
Best for
Bathroom floors
A stone look vitrified tile gives the natural look with less care. Matt grey is safer on a wet bathroom floor than polished stone.
**Fitter's tip:** Slope the floor to the drain and use epoxy grout so joints stay clean.

Granite for Steps and Parking

Steps and parking take the heaviest wear. Granite handles both with ease if you choose the right finish. For car parking floors, browse our parking tiles design gallery.

Granite steps in grey with a flamed black nosing strip on each tread — Size
Treads 300 mm deep
Finish
Polished, flamed nose
Best for
Indoor staircases
A contrasting nosing on each step makes the edge easy to see, which helps elders on the stairs.
**Fitter's tip:** Cut two grooves near the front of each tread so feet do not slip.

Flamed red granite steps leading to a front porch — Size
Slabs, 30 mm
Finish
Flamed
Best for
Outdoor steps
Red granite in flamed finish is rough to the touch and safe in rain. It adds warm colour to a plain entrance.
**Fitter's tip:** Order outdoor step slabs 30 mm thick with a rounded front edge to resist chipping.

Leather finish black granite tiles on a car parking floor — Size
600 x 600 mm, 20 mm
Finish
Leather
Best for
Covered parking
Leather finish granite has a soft, textured feel that hides tyre marks and stays grippy. It suits covered parking.
**Fitter's tip:** Lay granite parking on a 100 mm concrete base so slabs do not crack under the car.

Tile and Granite: How to Choose

Granite is natural, very hard and lasts a lifetime. Stone look tiles are lighter, cheaper to lay and come in more colours.

Floors: granite or Kota for high traffic, sandstone for courtyards, stone look tiles for bathrooms.
Walls: natural stone cladding for front walls, stone cladding tiles for inside feature walls.
Finish: polished inside, honed or leather for kitchens, flamed or rough outside.
Cost: thicker slabs, rare colours, and cutting for borders and steps all cost more.

Read our tile size guide before you order.

Stone Types and Finishes

Stone	Look	Finish	Best use
Granite	Speckled, solid colour	Polished, flamed, leather	Floors, steps, parking
Kota stone	Blue green, plain	Polished or rough	Floors, verandas
Dholpur sandstone	Beige, pink	Natural cleft	Courtyards, sit-outs
Slate	Grey, layered	Natural	Balconies, walls
Stone look tile	Any stone print	Matt or textured	Bathrooms, walls

Fitting and Care for Granite and Stone

Lay natural stone on a full mortar bed, not spots of cement, so there are no hollow sounds.
Keep joints 2 mm inside and 3 to 5 mm outside.
Seal sandstone, slate and light granite once a year in high use areas.
Clean with plain water and mild soap. Avoid acid cleaners on all stone.
Buy 10 percent spare and keep the leftover slabs for repairs.

Tile questions people ask

Which granite is best for flooring in India?

Black, grey and tan brown granites are the most popular for floors. Grey speckled granite hides dirt best, and black looks rich in bright rooms. Choose polished inside and flamed or leather finish outside.

What are Dholpuri tiles?

Dholpuri tiles are sandstone from the Dholpur area of Rajasthan, in beige or pink. They stay cool and look natural. They suit courtyards, sit-outs and porches more than heavy parking.

Is stone wall cladding good for an outside wall?

Yes. Natural stone cladding resists sun and rain and does not need painting. Fix it with exterior adhesive and clips on tall walls, and seal porous stone such as sandstone.

Granite or vitrified tiles: which is better for floors?

Granite is harder and lasts longer, and it can be re-polished. Vitrified tiles offer more designs, cost less to lay and are lighter. Pick granite for steps, parking and heavy traffic, and tiles for most rooms.

Which natural stone tiles are good for a wet area?

Slate, rough Kota and flamed granite all grip well when wet. Polished stone becomes slippery, so avoid it in bathrooms and outdoors. A matt stone look tile is also a safe option.

How do I clean granite floor tiles?

Dry mop every day and wash weekly with a bucket of water and a little mild soap. Wipe spills quickly. Avoid acid and bleach cleaners, which dull the polish over time.